Videos

Dr. Sheldon Rowan, from the USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts University, talks about his BrightFocus-funded research on the role of gut bacteria in age-related macular degeneration.

Dr. Meredith Gregory-Ksander, from Schepens Eye Research Institute at Massachusetts Eye and Ear, talks about her BrightFocus-funded research that is targeting inflammation as a new way of treating glaucoma.

Learn how the retina's layers can separate, resulting in the retina's inability to transmit visual signals to the brain.

Learn what a macular pucker is and why it can develop.

Learn about the vitrectomy procedure, and how it is used to treat a macular hole.

Learn about dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD). The video details development of drusen deposits, which can eventually lead to central vision loss.

Learn how taking the right combination of nutritional supplements may be beneficial in the fight against age-related macular degeneration.

This video shows how a macular hole can develop and provides examples of common symptoms that are associated with this condition.

Learn about endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation (ECP), which is a treatment option for patients living with glaucoma.

This video explains how intravitreal injections are administered  to treat retinal diseases such as macular degeneration. It describes the injection process, notes some common side effects, and advises on the frequency of re-treatments.